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We speak with the director of a new film that explores the discovery and potential uses of the gene-editing tool CRISPR. We discuss the ethical concerns that come with changing DNA with a Wisconsin bioethics expert. Then, we look into the lack of sufficient injury and illness reporting by workplaces. And new tapes from journalist Bob Woodward reveal that Pres. Trump knew more about the severity of the COVID-19 pandemic than he previously said. We'll talk to a political scientist to learn more.

As national calls for law enforcement reform continue, we examine the frequency and levels of police use of force in three Wisconsin cities. Then, Wisconsinites that receive food through a federal program have also gotten a letter from the President. WPR's reporter joins us with the details and the politics. Finally, we check in with the latest news from the nation's capital.

We talk with the co-chair of a bipartisan task force on racial disparities in Wisconsin. Plus, after taking a chance in a national competition, River Falls Youth Hockey will receive $10,000 to upgrade their facilities. Then, the author of multiple books on the American conservative movement joins us to discuss his latest on President Ronald Reagan.

As national calls for law enforcement reform continue, we examine the frequency and levels of police use of force in three Wisconsin cities. Then, Wisconsinites that receive food through a federal program have also gotten a letter from the President. WPR's reporter joins us with the details and the politics. Finally, we check in with the latest news from the nation's capital.

As we get closer to a COVID-19 vaccine being available, a bioethicist take us through how who should get it first is decided. While camping can allow for better physical distancing than some other activities, there are still ways to be the most courteous with fellow campers. We talk with two campground hosts. Plus, we look at the uptick in COVID-19 cases on UW System campuses.

Americans own more guns per capita than citizens of any other country. And this year, gun sales in the US have spiked. We’ll find out what factors may be leading to that increase. And we get the latest news on the federal deficit.

As we get closer to a COVID-19 vaccine being available, a bioethicist take us through how who should get it first is decided. While camping can allow for better physical distancing than some other activities, there are still ways to be the most courteous with fellow campers. We talk with two campground hosts. Plus, we look at the uptick in COVID-19 cases on UW System campuses.

Wisconsin was the first state to ratify the 19th Amendment 100 years ago, which gave women the right to vote. We find out more about the movement's history. We also hear how isolation is affecting our body's microbiome. Plus, we talk about the many factors making the 2020 election so unpredictable.

A wide variety of masks have become available to help prevent the spread of COVID-19, but they're not all alike. We talk with a textile chemist and a doctor about what to know. We also hear what it's like to be a virtual fan at an NBA game. Plus, a children's book helping kids explore the universe.

Wisconsin was the first state to ratify the 19th Amendment 100 years ago, which gave women the right to vote. We find out more about the movement's history. We also hear how isolation is affecting our body's microbiome. Plus, we talk about the many factors making the 2020 election so unpredictable.